Inheritance tax planning is a crucial aspect of financial management, yet it is often shrouded in misconceptions and myths. As the New Year begins, it's an opportune time to debunk these common misunderstandings and shed light on the realities of effective inheritance tax planning.
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The family-focus of Christmas is often followed in January with news of unhappy couples calling it quits, leading to so-called Divorce Day, as family lawyers receive a surge of enquiries when they re-open after the break.
12.12.2023Read more...
Cohabitation has become increasingly common, with more and more couples choosing to live together without getting married or entering into a civil partnership. However, it is important to note that cohabiting couples do not have the same legal rights and protections as married couples.
8.12.2023Read more...
Divorce is a complex and emotionally charged process, which often raises financial implications. The division of assets is a crucial element of divorce proceedings, and one often overlooked aspect of this division is pensions.
24.11.2023Read more...
Accidents can happen to anyone at any time, and sometimes these accidents can result in individuals losing the ability to make their own decisions. In such cases, the Court of Protection in the UK steps in to protect the interests of these vulnerable individuals and make important legal decisions on their behalf.
24.11.2023Read more...
The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and family gatherings. However, for separated or divorced parents, it can also be a period of stress and conflict, particularly when there is no clear plan for where the children will spend the holidays.
21.11.2023Read more...
In recent years, leasehold reform has been at the forefront of discussions, gaining substantial momentum.
6.11.2023Read more...
Blended families have become increasingly common in today's society. As relationships evolve and individuals remarry or enter into new partnerships, estate planning becomes a crucial consideration to ensure the fair and smooth transfer of assets to loved ones.
29.9.2023Read more...
Divorce applications rose by 20 per cent in the year following the introduction of no-fault divorce, according to figures from the Ministry for Justice.
31.8.2023Read more...
Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process whereby two parties have discussions in order to try and reach agreement. A mediator is a neutral party to the negotiations and has the role of facilitating discussions.
22.8.2023Read more...